Acura Embedded PowerBrick ATOM Manual
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PowerBrick ATOM 5.0 Quick Manual
Copyright by Acura Embedded Systems Inc. Updated by Nov 2 6/14
PowerBrick
ATOM 5.0
Quick Manual
Small footprint rugged Intel® ATOM™
Industrial Computer
1. Overview
The PowerBrick - ATOM 5.0 is an Intel® Atom™ dual core D2550 with 1.86 GHz
processor speed. This small, rugged and powerful computer is the premium
choice when desktop computer performance is required in industrial computing
applications. Small size does not necessarily mean limitations in comp uting
power.
The state-of -the -art PowerBrick - ATOM 5.0 comes loaded with an impressive
video card, fast hard drive (optionally SSD HDD drive) and memory, all at a
competitive price. It is designed and built for great performance in a variety of
applications and environments. The design focuses on elements essential for
industrial use wile excluding unneccesary hardware. The architecture is modular
which allows for easy upgrading and expansions.
Areas of applications include:
• Oil-rigs/Gas/Mining vehicles
• Security and patrol vehicles even helicopters
• Emergency ( EMS) or public safety vehicles
• Seaport terminal container yard management
• Fleet management
The main features are:
Figure 1.1: Front side of PowerBrick AT OM 5.0
• On-board Intel® Atom™ Dual Core D2550 processor, 1.86 GHz
• Intel® NM10 Express chipset
• 1x DDR3 SO -DIMM sockets, support up to 4G DDR3-800/1066
SDRAM, un -buffered and non- ECC
• 6x USB2.0 ( 2x front side and 4x back side)
• 4x COM (2x RS232/422/485 Com2,3 an d 2x RS232 Com1,4)
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• 1x mini -PCIe with two antenna holes (Optional)
• Audio jack Line-out and Mic in
• Power Switch Press to power -on or power-off the system.
• Power Status LED Indicates the system’s power status.
• HDD Activity LED Indicates the hard drive’s activity.
Figure 1 .2 : Back side of PowerBrick ATOM 5.0
• 1x DVI -I output (If need VGA output, please use DVI to VGA Adaptor)
• 1x HDMI display output
• Dual Intel® 82574L GbE LAN ports
• 1x external CFast socket u sed to insert a Compact Flash card
(optional)
• Support 9-36V DC input u sed to plug a DC power cord
• Supports ATX power mode, WoL, LAN teaming and PXE function
• 185mm(W) x 131mm(D) x 54mm(H) (7.28”x 5.2”x 2.13”)
2. Installation
2.1 Contents of the Computer Box
PowerBrick ATOM5.0 DVI to VGA Adaptor AC to DC Adaptor Power Cable
(Optional) (Optional)
Figure 2. 1 Box major components
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In the box you will find the following items:
PowerBrick ATOM 5.0 computer, DVI to VGA adaptor, AC to DC adaptor, power
cable, manual and drivers CD.
If you have purchased Windows operating system with your computer, these
CD’s should be included. Keep them in a safe pl ace.
Do not turn power on until you have read the next section and all
cables are connected.
Optional device cables or units that you provide yourself could include
the following:
• USB cable
• Speaker and microphone cables
• RJ45 Ethernet TP cable
• RS232 Serial port cable
2.2 Mounting in your vehicle or final location
Prior to that, please prepare the installation tools and appropriate items. If you
are not clear about the items, contact your dealer for information.
2.3 Mounting tools
For mounting your compu ter in a vehicle you need the following tools:
• Wrenches (as required)
• Star (Philips #2) Screw driver
• Drill (3mm or 1/8”) Check behind surface before drilling!
• Bolts and nuts appropriate to mount the plate in your vehicle
2.4 Computer installation
Mounting screws or bolts and nuts for mounting to your specific vehicle are not
provided, as there are many variations of thickness that the unit might be
mounted to. If mounting in a vehicle that is subject to vibration and shock, It Is
important to use the mounti ng plate with attached shock absorbers where
vibration could occur. The mounting plate should be fastened tightly with bolts
and nuts. Please ensure that if you mount any bolts/nuts under the computer,
that they do not touch the computer itself. Otherwise, the shock absorbers will
not protect the computer properly.
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PowerBrick ATOM 5.0 Quick Manual Copyright by Acura Embedded Systems Inc. Updated by Nov 2 6/14 Figure 2. 2 Mounting plate Connect all final wiring in a neat way, fastening it down with tie straps or other means to ensure that it does not get caught and broken accidentally. Your car electrician will know appropriate ways to do this. 3. Technical Information 3.1 BIOS Setup The single board computer uses the AMI BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System) for the system configuration. The AMI BIOS in the single board computer is a customized version of the industrial standard BIOS for IBM PC AT -compatible computers. It supports Intel x86 and compatible CPU architecture based processors and computers. The BIOS provides critical low -level support for the system central processing, memory and I/O sub-systems. The BIOS setup program of the single board computer let the customers modify the basic configuration setting. The settings are stored in a dedicated battery -backed memory, NVRAM, retains the information when the power is turned off. If the battery runs out of the power, then the settings of BIOS will come back to the default setting. The BIOS section of the manual is subject to change without notice and is provided here for reference purpose only. The settings and configurations of the BIOS are current at the time of print, and therefore they may not be exactly the same as that displayed on your screen. To activate CMOS Setup program, press < F2> key immediately after you turn on the system. The following message “Press F2 to enter SETUP” should appear in the lower left hand corner of your screen. When you enter the CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu w ill be displayed as in Table 3.1. You can use arrow keys to select your function, press key to accept selection and enter the sub- menu. Page 4 Table 3.1: AMI BIOS CMOS Setup Utility 3.2 Operating Systems The PowerBrick ATOM 5.0 will generally be provided with a preinstalled operating system such as Windows 7 Professional or Embedded . To restore the operating system, you c an use an external CD -ROM drive to change, reinstall or repair the operating system through a USB 2.0 port. 3.3 Application Software You should be able to run all normal/generic application software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe softwar e etc. if you have Windows installed. See the relevant manual/help guides for the specific software. For Linux you will have to specifically select software designed for Linux. Acura is not responsible for failure of any software on your computer but if you have any particular software needs, please call Acura Technical Support or email [email protected]. Page 5
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3.4 Operation and maintenance
This module requires no routine maintenance. The blue LED indicator when lit
indicates proper operation and health.
The power supply must be protected by a 7 A auto fuse on the input line from the
vehicle battery.
Before power up the computer, make sure all cables connected to the computer
and the monitor.
WARNING
First hookup all cables then turn on computer powerSwitch.
Make sure monitor power led on or blinking .
3.5 PowerBrick ATOM 5.0 Wiring Diagram
Computer connector :
pin1 -Ground
pin2 -DC+ 9~36V
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With the unique set of products, Acura Embedded Systems Inc. remains
committed to its goal of providing trouble- free and customer-friendly service.
A special customer service unit has been set u p specifically to cater to our
esteemed customers needs.
Technical Support:
Phone:1-866- 502-9666
Email:[email protected]
Mail address:
Acura Embedded Systems Inc.
Unit #1, 7711-128th Street
Surrey, BC V3W 4E6
CANADA
Ph: (604) 502- 9666 Fax: (604) 502- 9668